Perfect Attendance
In order for a student to receive Perfect Attendance, he/she must be present every school day within each grading period.
Tardiness
Any student arriving after 8:10 a.m. will be marked tardy.
Excused Temporary Absence
A student may be excused for temporary absence resulting from any cause. A student whose absence is excused shall be permitted two (5) days within which to make up incomplete assignments after which a zero will be assigned.
Extended Absence
When a student’s absence for personal illness exceeds 2 consecutive days, the student will be required to present a statement from a physician or health clinic verifying the illness or other condition requiring the student’s extended absence from school. Students will not be allowed to attend classes without first presenting a return to school certification to his/her teacher or the office.
Returning to School
When returning to school after any absence, a student MUST bring a note signed by the parent that describes the reason for the absence.
Vacations
Vacations are not recognized as excused absences and appeals for these purposes will be denied.
Making Up Work Missed Due to Absence
A student who is absent for any reason is encouraged to make up specific assignments missed and/or to complete additional in-depth study assigned by the teacher to meet subject requirements. A student who does not make up assigned work within the time allotted (5 days) will receive a grade of zero for the assignment.
Emergencies
Emergency telephone numbers of parents/guardians, family members, and the family doctor are obtained during registration. In case of an emergency, if the parents/guardians cannot be reached and the situation deemed serious, the school will call 911 and child will be transported to the nearest emergency facility. Excel will continue to reach out to parents.
If the situation is less serious, the child will be transported to the hospital designated by the parent on the “Consent to Treatment” form located in the student’s school records.
Inclement Weather
In case of inclement weather, the school will generally be closed at the same time as the Fort Bend Independent School District. Opening of school, however, may not necessarily be on the same date. Other closings due to inclement weather during the school day will be made in the best interest of the students and school by the principal in cooperation with the chairperson of the School Board. Parents will be notified by text and/or email. Please maintain current contact information in the office to ensure proper notifications.
